Photo: Jim Roberts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
🌤 Weather at Oakland Mills Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27–72 °F | 58–85 °F | 29–77 °F | 12–37 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Mount Pleasant 1 SSW, 3 mi away, elevation 730 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
🌳 Henry County Conservation Park — county park on the Skunk River near Mount Pleasant with a nature center, four cabins, three campgrounds and a swinging bridge
Oakland Mills Park is a county park near Mount Pleasant in Henry County, Iowa, run by the Henry County Conservation Department. It is not managed by the Iowa DNR’s state park system. The park holds the Oakland Mills Nature Center and Outdoor Classroom, four recreational cabins, three campgrounds and a swinging bridge, and the Skunk River Water Trail passes through it (Henry County Conservation; Travel Iowa, as of October 2026).
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 255th Street and Franklin Avenue, Mount Pleasant, Henry County, IA |
| Office | 2593 Nature Center Drive, Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641, (319) 986-5067 |
| Office Hours | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed Wednesdays |
| Nature Center | April 15 to October 15, Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon or by appointment |
| Lodging | Four cabins and three campgrounds, reserved through Henry County Conservation |
| Managed by | Henry County Conservation Department |
| Former Name on This Site | Oakland Mills State Park |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oakland Mills a state park?
No. Oakland Mills Park is run by the Henry County Conservation Department, and Iowa’s County Conservation System guide lists it among Henry County’s parks. Cabins and campsites are booked through the county, not the Iowa DNR.
How do I reserve a cabin or campsite at Oakland Mills?
Through the online reservation catalog of the Henry County Conservation Department, linked from the county’s conservation page, or by calling the office at (319) 986-5067.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Geode State Park (within about an hour’s drive) or Lake Darling State Park (within about an hour’s drive).
🌳 Visit Oakland Mills Park
Nature center hours, cabin and campground reservations from Henry County Conservation.
About Oakland Mills Park
Oakland Mills Park is the home base of Henry County Conservation: the county’s conservation board meets in its office at Oakland Mills. The Skunk River crosses Henry County and divides it into two distinct landscapes, and the park sits on the river near Mount Pleasant.
Things to Do
Travel Iowa lists the Skunk River Water Trail, a self-guided nature trail, a smart trail (CODE Trail), a fishing pond, an 18-hole disc golf course and horseshoe pits. Cross the swinging bridge, visit the nature center and its outdoor classroom, or stay overnight in one of the cabins or campgrounds.
Insider Tips
Nature center: Open on Saturday mornings from mid-April to mid-October, or by appointment. Office: Closed on Wednesdays. Paddling: The Skunk River Water Trail runs through the park.
Best Time to Visit
Mid-April to mid-October: The nature center is open on Saturdays. Summer: Camping, disc golf and paddling on the Skunk River.
Wildlife & Nature
Henry County Conservation notes that the county is known nationally for its populations of white-tailed deer and wild turkey.
Nearby Attractions
Mount Pleasant — the Henry County seat, nearby. Geode State Park and Lake Darling State Park — within about an hour’s drive.
⛺ Camping at Oakland Mills Park: Campgrounds & Cabins
| Campsites | 65 sites — South Shore Area: 30 sites (24 with concrete pads and 50-amp electric service, water nearby; 6 primitive walk-in sites, parking nearby). Top-of-Hill Area: 10 electrical sites. Water Works Area: 20 semi-modern sites plus 5 primitive sites. |
|---|---|
| Cabins & Lodging | 4 recreational cabins; pets are prohibited in cabins except for service animals. |
| Pets | Park rangers may remove pets from the campground if problems arise; pets are otherwise permitted at campsites. |
| Reservations | Reserve through the Henry County Conservation Department's own online catalog (no longer via mycountyparks.com); office (319) 986-5067. |
| Special sites | Swinging bridge; Oakland Mills Nature Center and Outdoor Classroom on site. |
| Season notes | Top-of-Hill Area is open year-round, with the shower house/restroom closed mid-October through mid-April. Water Works Area is open mid-April to mid-October. |
Camping questions about Oakland Mills Park
Can you camp at Oakland Mills Park?
Yes. Oakland Mills Park has 65 campsites. South Shore Area: 30 sites (24 with concrete pads and 50-amp electric service, water nearby; 6 primitive walk-in sites, parking nearby). Top-of-Hill Area: 10 electrical sites. Water Works Area: 20 semi-modern sites plus 5 primitive sites.
How do you reserve a campsite at Oakland Mills Park?
Reserve through the Henry County Conservation Department's own online catalog (no longer via mycountyparks.com); office (319) 986-5067.
Are there cabins at Oakland Mills Park?
4 recreational cabins; pets are prohibited in cabins except for service animals.
Are pets allowed at the Oakland Mills Park campground?
Park rangers may remove pets from the campground if problems arise; pets are otherwise permitted at campsites.
Source: mycountyparks.com (verified July 2026). Details change seasonally — confirm when booking.
Park Map
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